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AMERICAN LEAGUE

Sabathia, Pettitte hit DL

The New York Yankees lost 40% of their starting rotation on Wednesday as both CC Sabathia (LHP, NYY) and Andy Pettitte (LHP, NYY) landed on the DL.   Sabathia suffered a right groin strain in the fourth inning of his start on Sunday.  After a bullpen session on Tuesday, he told the Yankees about the injury.  It's not a serious strain, and he's expected to miss the minimum, returning right after the All Star break.  Pettitte was hit by a liner in the fifth inning of Wednesday's start, resulting in a fractured ankle.  He's expected to miss at least six weeks, and one source predicted he would be out two months. 

Sabathia's replacement in the rotation was announced as Freddy Garcia (RHP,...

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